Plymouth Police UK

13/06/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/xRJgo

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

06/06/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/cGj23

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

28/05/2026

UPDATE 10.20pm | The emergency service response to the property fire in Vauxhall Street, Plymouth has been scaled back with road closures largely lifted.

A lane closure remains in Vauxhall Street which has been handed over to highways.

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LATEST NEWS | Our officers are currently at the scene of a property fire in Vauxhall Street, Plymouth, along with fire and ambulance service colleagues.

A number of nearby residents have been evacuated but no injuries have been reported

Local road closures have been put in place at the junctions of Vauxhall Street and Bretonside; Exeter Street and Bretonside; from Buckwell Street to Notte Street and from Notte Street to Basket Ope.

The incident is ongoing.

People are asked to avoid the area and those nearby to keep doors and windows shut.

20/05/2026

APPEAL | We are seeking the assistance of the public to identify the man pictured in relation to an assault and theft in Plymouth.

At around 6pm on Saturday 28 March in the West Hoe area, following a verbal exchange a man had his phone forcibly taken and thrown over a wall by an unknown male.

Officers investigating the incident believe the man pictured may be able to assist with enquiries.

Anybody with information is asked to call 101 or visit our website quoting 50260078147.

13/05/2026

APPEAL | We are appealing for the public’s help identifying this man in relation to a s*xual assault in Plymouth.

At around 3.30am on 14 June 2025 a woman was s*xually assaulted by an unknown man in Annabel’s nightclub in Vauxhall Street.

The suspect then fled.

It is believed the man pictured may be able to assist with the investigation.

Since the incident was reported various lines of enquiry have been explored – including enquiries overseas working with other agencies.

We now believe releasing this image to the public is the best way to progress the investigation.

The victim has been kept updated throughout.

If you are able to assist the investigation please call 101 or visit our website quoting 50250150615

11/05/2026

Appeal to identify owners of seized football items in Plymouth

Police in Plymouth are appealing for the public’s help to identify the owner or owners of a number of football-related items that have been recovered.

Officers recently seized a bag containing several items in the Plymouth area and are keen to reunite them with their rightful owner. The items include:

• A bag containing yellow football training bibs
• A pair of pink Nike football boots
• A yellow “bag for life”
• Bags of BBQ charcoal

Officers from the Priority Crime Investigation Team believe the items may have been stolen between Sunday 10 May and Monday 11 May in the Devonport, Stonehouse or Hoe areas of Plymouth.

We would also like to hear from anyone who may have information about where the items may have been taken from or any recent incidents involving missing sports equipment.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101 or through the force’s website, quoting reference 50260118053.

23/04/2026

Man sent back to jail thanks to new legislation

A convicted s*x offender is to be returned to prison for breach of licence after police in Plymouth used new legislation to arrest and charge a man.

We arrested a 45-year-old man in Plymouth following reports of two women being approached separately while they were on the school run in Devonport yesterday, Wednesday 22 April.

Following investigations by Plymouth police, Stuart Hulme, aged 45, from Plymouth was charged with two offences of s*xual harassment under the Public Order Act.

The charges mark some of the first use of new offences brought into statute on April 1, 2026, aimed at public order offences.

Hulme was remanded in custody to appear before Plymouth magistrates today, Thursday 23 April, where he pleaded guilty and received 16 weeks imprisonment.

Sergeant Debbie Benwell said: “We are delighted that the man was identified and arrested quickly under the new legislation and gives the police an additional power, that we have used in this case.

“This has allowed an offender to be returned to prison and sends a strong message, that we will do everything we can to protect woman and girls from harm.

“The victims informed the police quickly and provided the evidence we needed to help identify the man. I would like to thank them personally for their courage in coming forward.”

16/03/2026

LATEST | We were made aware following a report of a suspicious incident at a play centre within Drake Circus on Monday 16 February.

Extensive enquiries – including a full review of CCTV footage – were carried out and it has since been determined that no criminal activity has taken place.

Officers have remained in communication with the play centre throughout.

We would like to thank the play centre staff for supporting the investigation and their commitment to keeping children safe. We’d also like to thank the reporting person and would encourage any suspicious behaviour be reported.

All such reports made to the Force will be investigated thoroughly.

Please report any suspicious behaviour to us via 101 or our website, or by calling 999 if anybody is in immediate danger.

25/02/2026

APPEAL | We are appealing for the public’s assistance to identify the male pictured in relation to a report of criminal damage in Plymouth.

Officers were called to an incident in Chestnut Avenue shortly before 6pm on 31 January.

It was reported a man was assaulted at his property by an unknown male.

The victim was not injured and the male left the scene.

Two different males then attended and caused damage to the property door before leaving.

Officers have investigated the incident since it was first reported and are now releasing an image in the hope the public may be able to assist.

It is believed the man pictured may be able to help the investigation.

Anybody with information is asked to call 101 or visit our website quoting 50260019304